Network Topologies: Star and Mesh Insights

Which of the following is NOT a type of network topology?

• Star

• Mesh

• Ring

• Triangle

In a star network, which device is typically found at the center of the topology?

• Router

• Switch

• Hub

• All of the above

What is a common piece of hardware used in a mesh network to route data?

• Modem

• Repeater

• Router

• Network Interface Card (NIC)

What is a major advantage of using a star topology in a network?

• It requires less cabling than other topologies.

• It is very scalable and easy to add new nodes.

• Data can take multiple paths to reach its destination.

• It does not require a central connecting device.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a mesh topology?

• High redundancy

• Increased complexity with more nodes

• Low fault tolerance

• Limited scalability

In a star topology, if one cable fails, what happens to the network?

• The entire network goes down.

• Only the node connected to the failed cable is affected.

• Data can reroute through other cables automatically.

• The central device fails and needs to be replaced.

Which topology typically requires more cabling, star or mesh?

• Star

• Mesh

• Both require the same amount

• It depends on the number of nodes

In a mesh network, how is data typically transmitted between devices?

• Through a single central device

• Along a single path from source to destination

• Through multiple potential paths

• In a circular pattern

What does NIC stand for?

• Not Internet Compatible

• Network Iteration Complete.

• Network Internally Checked.

• Network Interface Card.

How does the performance of a star network compare to a mesh network as more devices are added?

• The performance of a star network decreases significantly.

• The performance of a mesh network decreases significantly.

• The performance of both networks remains unchanged.

• The performance of both networks improves.